I cannot do pullups for all the rounds/time. My best is 2 pullups in a row. My last day 3 included 2,1,1,1,1, 7*3 body rows, pull ups with varying grips. I was well under 5 minutes, but I don't feel like I should move up until I can do all the day 3 as a pull up with varying grips. does anyone have thoughts on this?

By the way, before I started this program, I could never perform even 1 pullup. :D

Continuing with level 2 so that i can build strength for my pull ups. slowed things down today and focused on form and doing more pullups than body rows. also turned hands outward on pushups to get my elbows closer to my body. shoulders really burning now.

I did it with no alternative or assisted pullups (really surprised). Pull ups took ~ 3 minutes. Pushups were tougher than usual because I turned my hands outward to force my elbows next to my sides. Squats were no problem. i might try adding weight to my squats this week.

Been working out and eating better for about 5 weeks now. Started at level 1. Can't do pullups yet, so using TRX straps for body rows at 15 degree incline as substitute. Doing three body rows/1 pullup. Missed a couple workouts (mainly day 2 and 3). I did level up to Level 2, even though i was doing the body rows (completed L1D3 4:36).

Level 2 has been more of a challenge, especially day 2 and 3. I think i will be here for a few weeks until i am able to do real pullups.

Great work! Row are great, something I wish I could incorporate into my routine. Try negative pullups, they really work. Basically, you jump into a pullups and let your weight gently pull you down. That way your working your two major upper body muscle groups. You can use the same principle for push ups, too.